Behind the Scenes: MN Musicians Off-Mic & On-Air

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Behind the Scenes with MN Musicians: Off-Mic & On-Camera offers unparalleled accessibility and engagement with Minnesota artists through unique first-person videos, interviews, and performances. It's like a dating service...for the arts.

Support for this program comes from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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179 episodes

Miloe on 'Vestiges and Claws' by Jose Gonzalez

The Listening Show welcomes the artist Miloe to our studio to talk with us about 'Vestiges and Claws' by Jose Gonzalez.

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Jun 19, 2023
PENDANT on 'Rites of Spring' by Rites of Spring

We had PENDANT in for a discussion on Rites of Spring's self-titled work.

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Jun 19, 2023
Stephen Paulson on "Sam's Town" by The Killers

We interviewed Stephen Paulson from the band Remo Drive about Remo's music and about his album of choice: Sam's Town by the Killers. Join us in the conversation we had about local music, Remo Drive, the Killers and what it means to evolve.

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Jun 19, 2023
Colin Bracewell on 'Freudian' by Daniel Caesar

We had Colin Bracewell in to discuss 'Freudian' by Daniel Caesar.

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Jun 19, 2023
Boyish on “Punisher” by Phoebe Bridgers

We had the artist known as Boyish in to discuss the most recent installment from indie darling Phoebe Bridgers, “Punisher”.

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Jun 19, 2023
Papa Mbye on 'Blonde' by Frank Ocean

On this episode, we chat with Papa Mbye about his favorite album -- 'Blonde' by Frank Ocean.

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Jun 19, 2023
Dnm on "Negro Swan" by Blood Orange

In this episode, new and upcoming Twin Cities band DNM talks about Negro Swan by Blood Orange. They discuss why this album is important to them and important in the larger discussion of representation in music and life, along with finding your space in this ever changing world.

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Jun 19, 2023
Aiden Intro on 'Harry Styles' by Harry Styles

We had Aiden Intro in studio to discuss Harry Styles' self-titled album.

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Jun 19, 2023
The Tender Years

The Tender Years is a musical project created from over 30 years of friendship and individual/ collective service in the Twin Cities music scene (Hero, Accident Clearinghouse, The Autumn Leaves.) Like a soft vintage cardigan, they proudly and comfortably wear their influences on their sleeve. Strewn throughout their brand of ramshackle stumble-pop, you'll hear traces of IRS-era R.E.M., Yo La Tengo, and Guided By Voices to name a few.

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Apr 14, 2023
Parachutes

Parachutes is the music project of Ryan Kemp, a 21-year-old songwriter/producer from Minneapolis. Immersed in fuzzy vocals, catchy guitar riffs, and warm synths, Parachutes music feels like an intimate conversation on a porch with a good friend.

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Apr 07, 2023
Daphne Jane

Daphne Jane is a local queer bedroom pop artist originally from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Known for her story-telling lyrics and dreamy sound, Daphne has been writing music in her bedroom and playing gigs in her small town since she was 12 years old. Recently Daphne Jane has added a full band to the mix, playing at local twin cities music venues. In 2021, she released her album “I Wish I Was in the Clouds” followed by her EP “Dreamland” later that same year. In 2022, Daphne Jane released two singles “Green” and “February.” Daphne Jane shares her music through dreamy, poetic diary entry-like songs, that embody the unique & full power of music connection.

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Mar 31, 2023
Ratwhylah

What if The Mahavishnu Orchestra, Miles Davis, Stevie Wonder, Robert Glasper and Thundercat all fused their sounds together to create something unique? RAWTWHYLAH (pronounced as rottweiler) brings forth the free spirited philosophy of, “No rules, Anything goes” that the Avant-Garde era of music birthed. RAWTWHYLAH’s Caribbean background along with his infatuation for all styles of music creates a high energy experience guaranteed to grasp the ear of any musician or anyone with a love for music. RAWTWHYLAH's fusion is a melting pot of sounds that gives its own meaning and identity and makes it unique as a genre. It is intentional and dynamic in intensity.

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Mar 24, 2023
Monica LaPlante

Feeling over-worked and underwhelmed as a waitress in Minneapolis, Monica LaPlante used the Covid-19 pandemic as a chance to untangle the weird webs inside her mind.

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Mar 17, 2023
BiG HOMiE

BiG HOMie is an energy-filled band headed by prolific local drummer Arthur "L.A." Buckner. The band blends jazz, gospel, hip hop, and avant-funk.

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Mar 03, 2023
Denim Matriarch

Formed in a Minneapolis basement in 2011, Denim Matriarch is a 5-piece rock band known for their high-energy live shows and unique song structures.

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Feb 24, 2023
Javier Trejo

Singer/Songwriter Javier Trejo's music transcends genre but pulls heavily from Mexican/Americana music. Trejo pulls from a number of musical influences from old-school country and Tejano music to R&B and Rock 'n' Roll.

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Feb 17, 2023
Daarling

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Feb 17, 2023
Carnage the Executioner

MINNEAPOLIS BASED HIP-HOP ARTIST: HUMAN BEAT BOXER, EMCEE, PRODUCER. Carnage The Executioner (A.K.A. TERRELL X) has displayed a tremendous work ethic over the last twelve years. He is boasting an undeniable resume with quality releases. Although he is a Minneapolis-based hip-hop artist, he has had multiple shows in Europe & South East Asia, touring the U.S., and delivering an engaging live show has enabled Carnage to steal the hearts of music fans worldwide. As an experienced human beatboxer of over 30 years, Carnage instructs others to use the body as an instrument.

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Feb 10, 2023
Jazicality

Just like life is like a box of chocolates, and you never know what you're going to get, Jazicality's music has never settled for just one genre. There are beautiful days and sad days that come with life. With different genres, Jazicality loves to express herself. Because she has established this way of creating, Jazicality is able to collaborate with multiple artists. Pop music, R&B, rock, and rap are the genres in which Jazicality specializes.

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Feb 03, 2023
Rigby

RiGBY is a DIY punk band out of St.Paul, MN. The band is best defined by their loud, stage shaking performance that combines riot grrl style screams with vocal harmonies.

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Jan 27, 2023